St. Timothy was an early Christian bishop and missionary, who is believed to have been one of the closest disciples of St. Paul. He is known from the New Testament of the Bible, where he is mentioned as a companion of Paul in several of his letters. According to tradition, he was born in Lystra, in the region of Galatia, in Asia Minor, and was of Greek origin.
St. Timothy was first introduced to Paul by his mother Eunice and grandmother Lois, who were devout Jews, and he became Paul’s companion and co-worker in his missionary journeys. According to the Bible, Timothy accompanied Paul in his journeys throughout Asia Minor, Greece, and Italy, serving as his secretary and messenger.
In Paul’s letters to Timothy, he is referred to as a “true son in the faith” and as Paul’s “dear son.” Paul also appointed Timothy as the leader of the Christian community in the city of Ephesus, where he served as bishop. It is believed that he also served as bishop in other cities in Asia Minor as well.
Timothy was known for his strong faith, his gentleness and his dedication to the Gospel. According to tradition, he was known to be diligent in his pastoral duties, and was deeply committed to the well-being of the Christian communities under his care. He was also a good friend and close companion of St. Paul and the two of them have been considered exemplary models of friendship in the Christian tradition.
It’s believed that St. Timothy died as a martyr, although the exact circumstances of his death are not known. However, it’s said that his death may have been caused by the intense persecution of Christians in the Roman Empire during that time. He is venerated as a saint in the Catholic and Orthodox Church and his feast day is celebrated on January 26th, and also on November 24th in the Orthodox Church.
The legacy of St. Timothy lives on through the many churches and religious institutions that bear his name, as well as through the numerous writings and sermons attributed to him. He is remembered for his dedication to the Gospel, his strong faith and his close relationship with St. Paul.
In the Bible, St Timothy is also known as an example of a good pastor, his character and his dedication to the community are highlighted in several letters of the apostle Paul. His commitment to the well-being of the communities he served is a shining example for any pastor or religious leader.
St. Timothy is considered as one of the most important figures of the early Christian Church and continues to be an inspiration to many who seek to follow in his footsteps. His friendship with Paul and their companionship as fellow workers in spreading the gospel is a beautiful example of how two people from different backgrounds could come together to spread the good news.
The tradition of St Timothy’s martyrdom helped him to become a model of courage and faith for the early Christians and for all the Christians after. His legacy continues to inspire people of all ages to this day to continue to spread the gospel message, dedicating themselves to the service of the Church and the community.
Patronages of St. Timothy
Saint Timothy is the patron saint of stomach problems. St. Timothy was one of the first leaders of the early church and was invited by St. Paul to join him in spreading the Gospel through the Mediterranean. St. Paul is accredited as the author of many of books of the New Testament including Thessalonians, 2 Corinthians, Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon. Today, the Catholic Church recognizes the feast day of St. Timothy on January 26th of each year.
St. Timothy is regarded as the patron saint of those with stomach disorders. Throughout his life, St. Timothy suffered from poor health, constantly getting sick during his travels spreading the Good News. In 1 Timothy 5:23, St. Paul writes to Timothy “Stop drinking water only; take a little wine for the good of your stomach and your frequent illnesses.”
The Calling of St. Timothy
St. Timothy was born at Lystra in Asia Minor to a Greek father and a Jewish mother. During St. Paul and St. Barnabas’ first missionary journey through the Mediterranean, a 16 year old St. Timothy was in the crowd that witnessed St. Paul heal a young man that had been crippled his entire life. Witnessing this miracle was a life changing event for the young Timothy, and led him to convert to Christianity.
Despite his age, St. Timothy quickly gained prestige and respect from the local Christian community becoming one of the leaders of the early Christian Church. Upon St. Paul’s return 5 years later, Paul was so so impressed with the holiness of Timothy and incredible gift of evangelization, that he personally ordained Timothy to the priesthood invited Timothy to join him for the remainder of his missionary journey. At the age of 21, St. Timothy made the sacrifice to leave his parents and the community in which he had spent his entire life so as to answer God’s call to spread the Good News.
St. Timothy Preaches throughout Asia
Statue of St. Timothy in Vatican City
Timothy spent the next sixteen years as Paul’s closest companion and disciple, together converting entering communities to Christianity (Act 16-18). St. Timothy accompanied St. Paul on his missionary journeys from Lystra through Asia; at Philippi, Thessalonica and Berea,
in 52. St. Paul, who obliged to leave Berea on account of the persecution of the Jews, left Timothy behind him to strengthen the new converts there. When St. Paul reached Athens he sent for Saint Timothy, but upon learning that the Christians in Thessalonica were being persecuted for the Faith, he sent St. Timothy there to comfort and encourage them.
Later Saint Timothy went to Corinth to give an account to St. Paul of his success. This inspired St. Paul to write his first Epistle to the Thessalonians. He then commissioned St. Timothy and Erastus to go before him through Macedonia, to notify the faithful of his intention and to prepare the alms to be sent to the Christians in Jerusalem.
as their first Bishop. While Paul continued his missionary journey, Paul remained in close communication with Timothy. The letters between Paul and Timothy are the basis of of the Epistles of Timothy (1 Timothy and 2 Timothy)
St. Timothy is Made a Bishop
In the year 64, after St. Paul had returned to Rome, St. Timothy traveled to Ephesus with the mission of establishing the church, to ordain Priests and Deacons, and consecrate Bishops. St. Timothy, was made the first Bishop of Ephesus. While St. Paul continued his missionary journey, he wrote many letters to Timothy in Ephesus. Over this time, Timothy received two Epistles from St. Paul which bears his name; the first was written from Macedonia in 64, while incarcerated there, urging his “dearly beloved son”, to come to see him again before death would summon him.
Timothy died a martyr in the year 97A.D. Because of his frail health he is the patron of those with stomach disorders. St. Paul writes, “Stop drinking water only; take a little wine for the good of your stomach and your frequent illnesses.” (I Timothy 5:23)
St. Timothy is the Patron Saint of Stomach Problems
The Catholic Church regards St. Timothy as the patron saint of stomach problems and stomach ailments. It is recorded in the Bible that St. Timothy often suffered stomach problems and Saint Paul even wrote in his letters to Saint Timothy possible solutions to St. Timothy’s stomach problems. In 1 Timony 5:3 Saint Paul writes to Saint Timothy with a suggestion to remedy his stomach ailments. St. Paul recommended St. Timothy “use a little wine for thy stomach’s sake.” While this would likely not be considered wise medical advise in the modern day, prayers to St. Timothy for the intercession of your stomach problems may certainly help.
St. Timothy, patron saint of stomach disorders, pray for us in our time of need and give us strength and wisdom to spread the word of God in all we do. As the patron saint of those who suffer from irritable bowl symptoms, lactose intolerance, and all problems of the stomach, pray for us. May we have the strength to follow your example and spread the word of God to the world. Wearing a St. Timothy medal is a prayer of invocation to St. Timothy to intercede for the intentions of the wearer.
St. Timothy is known as the patron saint of stomach problems because of his reputation for healing and aiding those suffering from digestive ailments. Born in the 1st century, Timothy was a close companion of the apostle Paul and played a significant role in the early Christian church.
One of the reasons why St. Timothy is associated with stomach problems is because of the story of his healing of a young girl with an unclean spirit. According to the Bible, the girl had a spirit of divination and brought her masters much gain by fortune-telling. When Paul and Timothy arrived in the city where the girl lived, her masters saw that the hope of their gain was gone, and they seized Paul and Timothy and dragged them into the marketplace to the authorities. While in prison, the girl’s masters accused Paul and Timothy of promoting customs that were not lawful for Romans to accept or practice. It was then that the girl was healed of her unclean spirit and subsequently converted to Christianity. This story is seen as an example of St. Timothy’s healing power and ability to help those suffering from stomach problems.
Another reason why St. Timothy is considered the patron saint of stomach problems is his reputation for fasting and self-discipline. According to tradition, Timothy practiced strict fasting and self-control, which is believed to have strengthened his body and helped him to resist and overcome digestive ailments. This reputation for self-discipline and fasting is something that many people suffering from stomach problems can relate to and find inspiration in.
In addition to his healing powers and reputation for fasting and self-discipline, St. Timothy is also known for his compassion and empathy. It is said that he was a kind and caring person who always had a listening ear and an open heart for those in need. For many people suffering from stomach problems, the support and understanding of a compassionate and empathetic friend can be just as important as physical healing.
Feast Day of St. Timothy
Per Roman Catholic Church calendar, the feast day of St. Timothy is on January 26th. On this day, the Church honors the holy life of St. Timothy, and we are called to reflect upon Saint Timothy’s holy life.
The Eastern Orthodox Church celebrates St. Timothy’s feast day on January 22nd.
As we have learned, St. Timothy’s ministry of faith is closely tied to that of St. Paul. As such the Roman Church Church selected the day after the feast of St. Paul on January 25th, which commemorates the day St. Paul converted to Christianity. From the 13th century until the Second Vatican Council, the Roman Catholic Church actually celebrate the feast day of St. Timothy one day before the conversion of Saint Paul.
Since 1969 however, the feasts of St. Timothy and Titus have fallen one day after the feast of St. Paul. It seems fitting and proper that we still to this day celebrate the lives of both St. Paul and St. Timothy so close together.
Reflection on the Feast of St. Timothy January 26th
The feast day of St. Timothy is celebrated on January 26th in the Catholic Church.
St. Timothy was an early Christian leader who is mentioned in the New Testament. He was a close companion of the Apostle Paul and is mentioned in several of Paul’s letters. He is considered to be the first bishop of Ephesus and is remembered for his strong faith and leadership in the early church.
On the feast day of St. Timothy, we remember the life and legacy of this important figure in the history of the Church. As one of Paul’s closest companions, Timothy was a witness to the spread of the Gospel in the early days of Christianity, and his faith and leadership helped to shape the Church of his time.
St. Timothy is also a model of faithfulness and devotion. Despite the challenges and persecution that he faced as a Christian leader, he remained steadfast in his belief in Jesus Christ, and in his commitment to the Church. He is an inspiration to us to remain strong in our faith, even when it is difficult, and to continue to spread the Good News of Jesus Christ.
St. Timothy is also remembered for his role as a mentor and spiritual guide. As a close companion of Paul, he was able to learn from one of the greatest leaders in the early Church, and he in turn passed on that knowledge and wisdom to others. In the same way, we too are called to be spiritual guides and mentors for those around us, helping to nourish the faith of others and to lead them closer to God.
Let us be inspired by the example of St. Timothy, a faithful leader, mentor and guide in the early Church. May his intercession guide us to be the true servants of God, through faithfulness, devotion and mentorship of others. May we remain steadfast in our belief in Jesus Christ, and in our commitment to the Church, and continue to spread the Good News of Jesus Christ.
O Blessed St. Timothy, martyr and bishop, we turn to you seeking your prayers for (name person) and all who are suffering with stomach ailments.
Inspired by your zeal and with complete confidence in your intercession we place him/her in your competent hands trusting that you will carry (name person) to the Holy Trinity begging on his/her behalf for relief and healing if that be God’s will for him/her. Thank you, St. Timothy for your continued prayers for (name person).
We trust in your patronage and await a favorable answer to your prayers. Amen.
Prayer to St. Timothy for Stomach Problems
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Dear Saint Timothy, well known for your gentleness, you were a most faithful disciple of Saint Paul, and like him, traveled much to bring the Good News to all people. The Letters Paul wrote to you reveal your zeal and inspire us with confidence in you. You too were cast into prison and you too gave your life for Christ. So with confidence we dare to ask, please obtain relief for (name of sufferer), if it be God’s will. Amen.
Prayer of Thanksgiving for Saint Timothy
Lord, you blessed St. Timothy with Apostolic virtues. Through his intercession, may we be filled with the desire and will to live good and religious lives here on earth and thus be worthy of our heavenly on with you. Amen. St. Timothy, pray for us.
Prayer to Saint Timothy as Your Patron Saint
Saint Timothy, whom I have chosen as my special patron, pray for me that I, too, may one day glorify the Blessed Trinity in heaven. Obtain for me your lively faith, that I may consider all persons, things, and events in the light of almighty God.
Pray, that I may be generous in making sacrifices of temporal things to promote my eternal interests, as you so wisely did. Set me on fire with a love for Jesus, that I may thirst for His sacraments and burn with zeal for the spread of His kingdom.
By your powerful intercession, help me in the performance of my duties to God, myself and all the world. Win for me the virtue of purity and a great confidence in the Blessed Virgin. Protect me this day, and every day of my life. Keep me from mortal sin. Obtain for me the grace of a happy death. Amen
Prayer for Healing:
Dear St. Timothy, we turn to you in this time of need, seeking your healing touch for those who are suffering from stomach problems. We ask that you intercede on their behalf and bring them comfort and relief. We trust in your reputation as a powerful healer and know that with your help, our loved ones will be restored to health. We pray for their physical and emotional well-being, and for the strength to endure their suffering. We thank you for your kindness and compassion and ask that you grant us the grace to follow your example of self-discipline and fasting. Amen.
Prayer for Support and Empathy:
Dear St. Timothy, we turn to you for your support and empathy during this difficult time. We ask that you guide us in our struggles and be a source of comfort and understanding. We know that you were a friend and companion to many, and we ask that you be our friend as well. We pray that you will be with us in our moments of need and that you will give us the strength and courage to face our challenges. We thank you for your compassion and empathy and ask that you grant us the grace to follow your example of kindness and understanding. Amen.
Prayer for Perseverance and Determination:
Dear St. Timothy, we turn to you for your guidance and strength as we face our struggles. We ask that you help us to persevere and to remain determined in the face of adversity. We know that you faced many challenges in your life, yet you remained committed to your faith and mission, and we ask that you help us to do the same. We pray that you will give us the strength and courage to continue on our path, even when things seem impossible. We thank you for your perseverance and determination and ask that you grant us the grace to follow your example. Amen.
Prayer for Friendship and Support:
Dear St. Timothy, we turn to you for your friendship and support during this time of need. We know that you were a close companion of Paul and that you played a significant role in the early Christian church. We ask that you be our companion and friend as well. We pray that you will be with us in our moments of need and that you will give us the strength and courage to face our challenges. We thank you for your friendship and support and ask that you grant us the grace to follow your example of friendship and support. Amen.
Catholic Churches Named in Honor of St. Timothy
Across the United States there are 33 Catholic Churches named in honor of St. Timothy. Below is a list of all of the Churches named in honor of the patron saint of stomach disorders.
Below is a list of where each church is located, and a link to the parish website to learn more about these vibrant parish communities that continue to honor St. Timothy’s legacy today.
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One of the central themes that is repeated in Paul’s letters to Timothy is highlighted in the the Collect prayer the Church prays at the start of Mass on the feast day of St. Timothy:
O God, who adorned Saints Timothy and Titus with apostolic virtues, grant, through the intercession of them both that living justly and devoutly in this present age, we may merit to reach our heavenly homeland.
To live justly is to treat others with the honor and respect that is their due. To live devoutly is to treat God with the honor and respect He is due. In 2 Timothy, we see both of these dimensions of a virtuous life expressed. Notice the respect with which Paul addresses Timothy:
To Timothy, my beloved child: I thank God whom I serve with a clear conscience, as did my fathers, when I remember you constantly in my prayers. 4 As I remember your tears, I long night and day to see you, that I may be filled with joy. 5 I am reminded of your sincere faith, a faith that dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice and now, I am sure, dwells in you.
Note, the tenderness of Paul’s approach, his intentional prayers and affirmation of Timothy’s struggle – the tears mentioned – and supporting the sincerity of his faith. This is a wonderful expression of how we live justly with others, addressing them with care and dignity, not denying their struggles, while at the same time encouraging them in the faith. To live justly in this way moves naturally into words addressing devotion to God.
For this reason I remind you to rekindle the gift of God that is within you through the laying on of my hands; 7 for God did not give us a spirit of timidity but a spirit of power and love and self-control.
For Timothy, giving God respect was renewed in his vocational work as the Bishop of Ephesus. The tears referred to already perhaps resulted from struggles he was facing in his vocation. Notice that Paul encourages Timothy to see this as an opportunity to not only renew his commitment to his vocation but to also remember the Holy Spirit is the Spirt of renewal and encouragement. Such empowering will allow Timothy to take to heart Paul’s final encouragement in 2 Timothy:
Do not be ashamed then of testifying to our Lord, nor of me his prisoner, but take your share of suffering for the gospel in the power of God
Timothy would testify to the point of his own martyrdom for Jesus.
Because Paul so encouraged both Timothy and Titus to such just and devout living, they were able to live such focused and dedicated lives.
May we be inspired to the same justice and devotion and so merit to join them in our heavenly homeland.
St. Augustine’s Homily on the Life of St. Timothy
Today we keep our annual celebration of the triumph of the blessed Martyr Timothy, and the church, while rejoicing in his glory places him before us, that we may follow in his footsteps. If we suffer with him, we shall be glorified with him. There are two things to be considered in this glorious combat; namely, the hard-hearted cruelty of the torturer, that we may detest it; the patience of the Martyr, that we may imitate it. Hear what the Psalmist says in reproof of wickedness: be not emulous of evildoers, for they shall shortly wither away as grass. But the Apostle teaches patience with the wicked in the words: Patience is necessary for you, that you may receive the promise.
Lessons learned from the life of St. Timothy
Faith and Healing: St. Timothy’s reputation for healing and his association with stomach problems highlights the power of faith in the healing process. His belief in the power of God to heal and his unwavering faith in the face of adversity serves as an inspiration to others to trust in the healing power of faith.
Self-Discipline and Fasting: St. Timothy’s reputation for fasting and self-discipline teaches us the importance of self-control in maintaining a healthy body and mind. His ability to resist temptations and focus on self-discipline is a valuable lesson for those looking to improve their physical and mental well-being.
Compassion and Empathy: St. Timothy’s reputation for compassion and empathy teaches us the importance of understanding and caring for others. His willingness to listen and support those in need serves as a reminder that compassion and empathy are crucial in creating a positive and supportive community.
Perseverance and Determination: St. Timothy’s life serves as an example of perseverance and determination. Despite facing adversity, he remained committed to his faith and mission, which is an inspiration for those who are facing their own struggles.
The Power of Friendship: St. Timothy’s close friendship with Paul, one of the most influential figures in Christianity, highlights the power of friendship in shaping our lives. The way they supported each other in their mission, and in their struggles, serves as a reminder of the importance of having a good support system in our lives.
Pope Benedict’s Homily on St. Timothy
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
Having spoken at length on the great Apostle Paul, today let us look at his two closest collaborators: Timothy and Titus. Three Letters traditionally attributed to Paul are addressed to them, two to Timothy and one to Titus.
Timothy is a Greek name which means “one who honors God”. Whereas Luke mentions him six times in the Acts, Paul in his Letters refers to him at least 17 times (and his name occurs once in the Letter to the Hebrews).
One may deduce from this that Paul held him in high esteem, even if Luke did not consider it worth telling us all about him.
Indeed, the Apostle entrusted Timothy with important missions and saw him almost as an alter ego, as is evident from his great praise of him in his Letter to the Philippians. “I have no one like him who will be genuinely anxious for your welfare” (2: 20).
Timothy was born at Lystra (about 200 kilometers northwest of Tarsus) of a Jewish mother and a Gentile father (cf. Acts 16: 1).
The fact that his mother had contracted a mixed-marriage and did not have her son circumcised suggests that Timothy grew up in a family that was not strictly observant, although it was said that he was acquainted with the Scriptures from childhood (cf. II Tm 3: 15). The name of his mother, Eunice, has been handed down to us, as well as that of his grandmother, Lois (cf. II Tm 1: 5).
When Paul was passing through Lystra at the beginning of his second missionary journey, he chose Timothy to be his companion because “he was well spoken of by the brethren at Lystra and Iconium” (Acts 16: 2), but he had him circumcised “because of the Jews that were in those places” (Acts 16: 3).
Together with Paul and Silas, Timothy crossed Asia Minor as far as Troy, from where he entered Macedonia. We are informed further that at Philippi, where Paul and Silas were falsely accused of disturbing public order and thrown into prison for having exposed the exploitation of a young girl who was a soothsayer by several unscrupulous individuals (cf. Acts 16: 16-40), Timothy was spared.
When Paul was then obliged to proceed to Athens, Timothy joined him in that city and from it was sent out to the young Church of Thessalonica to obtain news about her and to strengthen her in the faith (cf. I Thes 3: 1-2). He then met up with the Apostle in Corinth, bringing him good news about the Thessalonians and working with him to evangelize that city (cf. II Cor 1: 19).
We find Timothy at Ephesus during Paul’s third missionary journey. It was probably from there that the Apostle wrote to Philemon and to the Philippians; he sent both Letters jointly with Timothy (cf. Phlm 1; Phil 1: 1).
From Ephesus, Paul sent Timothy to Macedonia, together with a certain Erastus (cf. Acts 19: 22), and then also to Corinth with the mission of taking a letter to the Corinthians, in which he recommended that they welcome him warmly (cf. I Cor 4: 17; 16: 10-11).
We encounter him again as the joint sender of the Second Letter to the Corinthians, and when Paul wrote the Letter to the Romans from Corinth he added Timothy’s greetings as well as the greetings of the others (cf. Rom 16: 21).
From Corinth, the disciple left for Troy on the Asian coast of the Aegean See and there awaited the Apostle who was bound for Jerusalem at the end of his third missionary journey (cf. Acts 20: 4).
From that moment in Timothy’s biography, the ancient sources mention nothing further to us, except for a reference in the Letter to the Hebrews which says: “You should understand that our brother Timothy has been released, with whom I shall see you if he comes soon” (13: 23).
To conclude, we can say that the figure of Timothy stands out as a very important pastor.
According to the later Storia Ecclesiastica by Eusebius, Timothy was the first Bishop of Ephesus (cf. 3, 4). Some of his relics, brought from Constantinople, were found in Italy in 1239 in the Cathedral of Termoli in the Molise.
Then, as regards the figure of Titus, whose name is of Latin origin, we know that he was Greek by birth, that is, a pagan (cf. Gal 2: 3). Paul took Titus with him to Jerusalem for the so-called Apostolic Council, where the preaching of the Gospel to the Gentiles that freed them from the constraints of Mosaic Law was solemnly accepted.
In the Letter addressed to Titus, the Apostle praised him and described him as his “true child in a common faith” (Ti 1: 4). After Timothy’s departure from Corinth, Paul sent Titus there with the task of bringing that unmanageable community to obedience.
Titus restored peace between the Church of Corinth and the Apostle, who wrote to this Church in these terms: “But God, who comforts the downcast, comforted us by the coming of Titus, and not only by his coming but also by the comfort with which he was comforted in you, as he told us of your longing, your mourning, your zeal for me…. And besides our own comfort we rejoiced still more at the joy of Titus, because his mind has been set at rest by you all” (II Cor 7: 6-7, 13).
From Corinth, Titus was again sent out by Paul – who called him “my partner and fellow worker in your service” (II Cor 8: 23) – to organize the final collections for the Christians of Jerusalem (cf. II Cor 8: 6).
Further information from the Pastoral Letters describes him as Bishop of Crete (cf. Ti 1: 5), from which, at Paul’s invitation, he joined the Apostle at Nicopolis in Epirus (cf. Ti 3: 12). Later, he also went to Dalmatia (cf. II Tm 4: 10). We lack any further information on the subsequent movements of Titus or on his death.
To conclude, if we consider together the two figures of Timothy and Titus, we are aware of certain very significant facts. The most important one is that in carrying out his missions, Paul availed himself of collaborators. He certainly remains the Apostle par excellence, founder and pastor of many Churches.
Yet it clearly appears that he did not do everything on his own but relied on trustworthy people who shared in his endeavors and responsibilities.
Another observation concerns the willingness of these collaborators. The sources concerning Timothy and Titus highlight their readiness to take on various offices that also often consisted in representing Paul in circumstances far from easy. In a word, they teach us to serve the Gospel with generosity, realizing that this also entails a service to the Church herself.
Lastly, let us follow the recommendation that the Apostle Paul makes to Titus in the Letter addressed to him: “I desire you to insist on these things, so that those who have believed in God may be careful to apply themselves to good deeds; these are excellent and profitable to men” (Ti 3: 8).
Through our commitment in practice we can and must discover the truth of these words, and precisely in this Season of Advent, we too can be rich in good deeds and thus open the doors of the world to Christ, our Savior.
St. Timothy was an early Christian bishop and missionary, who is believed to have been one of the closest disciples of St. Paul. He is known from the New Testament of the Bible, where he is mentioned as a companion of Paul in several of his letters. According to tradition, he was born in Lystra, in the region of Galatia, in Asia Minor, and was of Greek origin. 
Saint Timothy is the patron saint of stomach problems. St. Timothy was one of the first leaders of the early church and was invited by St. Paul to join him in spreading the Gospel through the Mediterranean. St. Paul is accredited as the author of many of books of the New Testament including Thessalonians, 2 Corinthians, Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon. Today, the Catholic Church recognizes the feast day of St. Timothy on January 26th of each year.
The Catholic Church regards St. Timothy as the patron saint of stomach problems and stomach ailments. It is recorded in the Bible that St. Timothy often suffered stomach problems and Saint Paul even wrote in his letters to Saint Timothy possible solutions to St. Timothy’s stomach problems. In 1 Timony 5:3 Saint Paul writes to Saint Timothy with a suggestion to remedy his stomach ailments. St. Paul recommended St. Timothy “use a little wine for thy stomach’s sake.” While this would likely not be considered wise medical advise in the modern day, prayers to St. Timothy for the intercession of your stomach problems may certainly help.
The feast day of St. Timothy is celebrated on January 26th in the Catholic Church. 
Today we keep our annual celebration of the triumph of the blessed Martyr Timothy, and the church, while rejoicing in his glory places him before us, that we may follow in his footsteps. If we suffer with him, we shall be glorified with him. There are two things to be considered in this glorious combat; namely, the hard-hearted cruelty of the torturer, that we may detest it; the patience of the Martyr, that we may imitate it. Hear what the Psalmist says in reproof of wickedness: be not emulous of evildoers, for they shall shortly wither away as grass. But the Apostle teaches patience with the wicked in the words: Patience is necessary for you, that you may receive the promise.